STERLING — The Journal-Advocate was among the recipients of the Colorado Lions Foundation's Anne Sullivan Award this year.

The award recognizes "Lions and others who work hard behind the scenes and limelight, expecting no reward or recognition," the award letter states. "They assist and help the leaders of our association without regard to personal gain or achievement. These persons are a vital part of the Lions of Colorado and should be known for what they do."

The award is named after the woman who taught Helen Keller, a deaf and blind child, sign language and Braille. Keller went on to challenge the Lions Club International Convention to become "knights of the blind in the crusade against darkness."

Sullivan was herself partially blind, and she and Keller remain inspirational to Lions around the world.

The Journal-Advocate was nominated for the award by the Sterling Lions Club.

"We are thrilled to receive this award," said Journal-Advocate Publisher Julie Tonsing. "We believe the Lions Club is a tremendous asset to Sterling, and we are always happy to spread the word about their great deeds in our community. That they would value our work in return is truly an honor."

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